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Most people, when hearing or reading the term “spyware”, automatically create a really simple concept in their minds: a type of malware designed to steal data from your computer or smartphone. To be fair, that is an accurate description. The problem is that it’s a little limited. Spyware is not only a malicious form of […]

How many calls from call centers do you receive per month? How often do unrecognized numbers, with different dialing codes, appear on the screen of your smartphone? Yes, we know. Way too many! And amidst all these attempts at contact, some are authentic while others are scams that are really hard to identify. These are […]

Let’s suppose that, following loads of financial planning, you’ve finally decided to buy that new mobile phone you wanted so badly. With your accounts settled and cash in hand, you open your favorite Internet browser to search for the specific model to compare prices offered by several online stores. One, in particular, catches your eye, […]

Online fraud is increasingly sophisticated. So much so, that even the most attentive people are falling victim. A clear example of this is the SIM swap scam, which has already defrauded thousands of people around the world.  This scam doesn’t exactly exploit a vulnerability or weakness in the end-user, instead it targets the structural fragility […]

Installing apps and games on your smartphone or tablet is always a lot of fun. However, in a rush to obtain the latest resources or enjoy the hottest game, most users don’t pay much attention to a “detail” that can make all the difference: the permissions requested by that application. Many internet users don’t even […]

In recent years, practically all coffee shops, restaurants and stores have begun to offer Wi-Fi to clients. However, this benefit also involves certain risks.  As the name suggests, public Wi-Fi networks are those open to the general public. But, contrary to what most people think, these networks may or may not be protected with passwords.  […]

Let’s face it: no one likes traditional passwords. After all, there’s nothing practical about them. They have to be complex, memorized or, otherwise, stored in a specific application to manage them. And, to top it off, a cybercriminal can harness a series of attacks to steal them and gain access to your accounts. Fortunately, it […]

According to a report on online criminal activity in Brazil, the number of fake applications rose 225.1% in the second quarter of 2021. These apps are actually online scams created by criminals. Here’s more on the main risks and, most importantly, how to spot and avoid them. What are fake apps? Fake applications are malicious […]

Have you ever traveled by plane? It’s certainly an incredible experience, though you certainly will recall one of the more classic moments of the entire process: security screening. Before making it into the tranquility of the boarding lounge, all passengers first pass through a check. Scanners are used to make sure you’re not carrying any […]